Manuel Rivero
Electrician-Industrial Engineer
Schaumburg,Illinois
Summary
Electrician with extensive experience in new home construction and commercial projects. Expert at residential installations of interior and exterior wiring for appliances, lighting and Home Automation. Innovative Product Manager with strong leadership skills and 5 years of experience in product development and marketing. Bringing expertise in residential markets and demonstrated aptitude for market research and promotional planning. Strategic professional boasting 7-year career in developing and sustaining effective relationships with customers to increase business opportunities. Successful at providing administrative support to different departments aimed at coordinating sales efforts appropriately. Areas of expertise include devising sales strategies and assessing progress of sales activities.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
6
6
Years of Sales Manager
2
2
Years of DIY Salesman
5
5
Years of Home Automation business developer
1
1
Year of Automation Panel Builder
2
2
Languages
Work History
Electrician Technician
Ardagh Group
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Install panel components for both AC/DC systems.
- Installation of PLC, Relays, Sensors, Breakers, fuses VFD, Servomotors, Safety Modules, Guard switches, transformers and motors.
- Read blueprints and schematics to determine the correct wiring of industrial machinery.
- Test wiring connections using voltage meters, continuity testers, ohmmeters, or other test instruments.
- Install conduit or wireway runs from main power source to individual loads.
- Ensure all safety protocols are followed while performing duties related to electrical panels.
- Maintain documentation related to installation activities including drawings and schematics.
Panel Builder
ATS
Rolling Meadows, Illinois
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Identified and installed components according to specifications.
- Tested wiring, circuits, and equipment for functionality.
- Created custom control panels as per customer requirements.
- Inspected electrical systems for safety compliance.
- Ensured that all panels were built within established quality standards.
- Developed skills in reading blueprints and schematic drawings for assembly purposes.
- Installed power supplies, circuit breakers, relays, switches and other components into control panels.
- Utilized hand tools such as crimpers, strippers, pliers. to assemble wiring harnesses.
- Followed standard operating procedures while performing work tasks related to panel builds.
- Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
Maintenance Electrician
Aimtron
Palatine, Illinois
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Troubleshot and repaired electrical systems and components of industrial machinery and equipment.
- Installed, maintained, and tested electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices, and related equipment.
- Inspected and tested circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, motors, and other electrical components.
- Monitored the performance of all installed electrical systems to identify problems in a timely manner.
- Replaced defective parts such as switches, fuses, relays, contactors and timers.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when working with high voltage circuits.
- Connected power cables to machines and equipment according to specifications.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery by running conduit lines between machines.
- Provided technical assistance to other maintenance personnel during repairs or installations.
- Installed and repaired cables and wiring.
- Performed troubleshooting and maintenance on electrical equipment.
Sales and Project Coordinator
Centro de Iluminacion Lumicentro
Caracas, Venezuela
01.2017 - 02.2022
- Sales of specialized Home Automation System for new housing and commercial projects.
- Lighting, Audio, Network, Shades, wiring devices system included in our catalogue.
- Official dealer for Legrand and Control4 in Venezuela
- Assisted with the preparation of proposals, presentations, sales contracts and other related documents.
- Analyzed project data to identify trends and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales activities including quotes, orders, invoices and payments.
- Provided technical support to customers regarding product use or application issues.
- Followed-up with clients after installations to assess quality service and customer satisfaction.
- Monitored construction progress, communicated project updates and identified potential problems or delays.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers and other professionals regarding design changes and adaptations on-site.
- Ensured that materials used in the construction process conformed to industry standards.
- Provided technical guidance and expertise to workers engaged in building activities.
- Scheduled material deliveries ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Inspected daily construction to determine project progress, contract compliance and safety.
Manager of Business Development and Sales
Spazio Digital
Caracas, Venezuela
01.2014 - 07.2017
- Sales of specialized Home Automation System for new residential and commercial projects.
- Lighting, Audio, Network, Shades, wiring devices system included in our catalogue.
- Official dealer for Legrand and Control4 in Venezuela
- Assisted with the preparation of proposals, presentations, sales contracts and other related documents.
- Developed and implemented effective strategies to expand customer base and increase sales.
- Established pricing policies that maximized profits while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Developed marketing plans that included budgeting, forecasting, target markets selection and product positioning.
National Sales Manager
Legrand
Guarenas, Venezuela
01.2006 - 12.2013
- Responsible for the achievement of sales budget of the company
- Legrand offers a range of electrical devices, cabling managemet, data network, home automation and wiring devices, becoming the leader and referential brand in residential and commercial market.
- Managing of the Saleforce team nationwide, composed by around 30 sales specialist.
- Desgin of Annual Sales Policy for Wholesalers, Home Centers, Panel Builders and Specialists distributors.
- Analyzed market trends to identify potential opportunities for growth.
- Established KPI targets for individual team members as well as overall team performance.
- Recruited qualified personnel for vacant positions within the sales organization.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecasts to determine short and long-term performance objectives.
DYI Channel Responsable
Legrand
Guarenas, Venezuela
01.2004 - 12.2006
- Increase sales and reinforce market share in the main DYI stores in the country.
- Introduction of residential breakers and panel boards in DYI channel.
- Develop and installation of new exhibitor and point of sales in every single store around the country.
- Develop and implement a merchandising plan for every DYI store in the country.
- Manage the annual budget and update the sale forecast of every customer to achieve the higher possible rate of delivery service to each DYI Store.
- Visit of every single DYI Store around the country to identify new sales opportunities.
- Training session with all sales personal in every DYI Store around the country.
Marketing Coordinator
Legrand
Guarenas, Venezuela
01.2001 - 12.2004
- Developed and implemented marketing plans for new products.
- Analyzed market trends to identify potential opportunities for growth.
- Created content for promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, and websites.
- Organized trade shows and exhibitions to promote brand awareness.
- Tracked budgets for all marketing initiatives and provided regular updates.
- Generated ideas to increase sales through creative promotions.
- Design and explain to the international marketing division our annual strategic business plan to support the national sale budget.
- Product Manager for Wiring Devices business area.
- Design, planning and execution of the Bticino Legrand Technical Training Center, located in Caracas, Venezuela.
Sales and Product Manager
Legrand
Guarenas, Venezuela
03.1998 - 12.2001
- Product Manager (entry Level) for Power and distribution offer for Bticino Legrand.
- Introduction of basic range of breakers and panel boards in residential market.
- Developed business plans to evaluate market opportunity and strategic fit for new product concepts.
- Collected and analyzed market research data for use in forecasting.
- Design of technical catalogue, brochures and any other technical and commercial resource to support customers and salesforce.
- Collaborated with R&D departments to make the offer meets technical reference and standard in local market.
- Developed marketing strategies based on corporate objectives and market trends.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Santa Maria University
Caracas08-2006
Associate of Science - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation
SImon Bolivar University
Venezuela10-1994
Skills
- Strategic account development
- Business Planning
- Sales team training
- Sales Reporting
- KPI analysis
- Sales Presentations
- Exceptional multi-tasker
- Electrical Installation
- Power Distribution System
- Home Automation System
- Lighting Systems
- Wiring diagrams
- Hand and power tools
- Manual Dexterity
- Electrical Safety
- Codes Compliance
- Team Player
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Training Sessions
LEGRAND - BRASIL 2013. Low Voltage Electrical Protection and Distribution Market development
IESA - Valencia 2007. Management Program for Sales Leaders.
LEGRAND ELECTRICA – Lisboa, Portugal 2004. International Session for the development of the Self-service (DIY) market
Miami. USA 2003. LATAM Marketing and Business Review
Paris. Francia. 2002 LATAM Marketing and Business Review
Lima. Perú 2001 LATAM Marketing and Business Review
BTICINO,spa, - Italia 2001 Product Training Low Voltage Protection and Power Distribution Systems.
BTICINO,spa, - Italia 1999 Product Training Low Voltage Protection and Power Distribution Systems.
LUMINEX,SA – Bogotá. Colombia 1998 Trainnig in Mcb and MCCB devices.
Software
Excel
Salesforce
AS-400
Interests
Gym training
Hiking
Baseball
Percussion
Timeline
Electrician Technician
Ardagh Group
12.2023 - 04.2024
Panel Builder
ATS
04.2023 - 12.2023
Maintenance Electrician
Aimtron
10.2022 - 04.2023
Sales and Project Coordinator
Centro de Iluminacion Lumicentro
01.2017 - 02.2022
Manager of Business Development and Sales
Spazio Digital
01.2014 - 07.2017
National Sales Manager
Legrand
01.2006 - 12.2013
DYI Channel Responsable
Legrand
01.2004 - 12.2006
Marketing Coordinator
Legrand
01.2001 - 12.2004
Sales and Product Manager
Legrand
03.1998 - 12.2001
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Santa Maria University
Associate of Science - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation
SImon Bolivar University